Formal EEO Process

Yizhou Wei

March 20, 2020

Once your formal complaint has been filed, an EEO investigator will be assigned to your case. Please note that this process could take anywhere from a week to a few months.

When an investigator is assigned, the investigator will conduct an investigation to gather more information. Through the investigation process, the following will likely occur:

An investigatory interview with you
Requests for documents
Requests for proposed witnesses
And interviews with witnesses

The Agency has 180 days to complete the investigation once the formal complaint is filed. However, the Agency often does not complete its investigation in the 180 days.

After the investigation is completed, the investigator will issue the Report of Investigation (ROI). The Agency will provide you with a copy of the ROI and your Notice of Rights to elect a hearing.

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You will have thirty (30) days upon receipt of the ROI to elect to have a Hearing. If you do elect to have a Hearing, an Administrative Judge will be assigned to the case.

The formal EEO investigation process is crucial to ensuring that your side of the story is presented. Legal representation is recommended in order to ensure that your story is fully told, that the deadlines are met, and that the process goes smoothly.

The federal employee attorneys at Melville Johnson, P.C are highly experienced in EEO matters like these. Call or message us today using the form below to discuss your situation and learn how we can assist you.

This blog and web site published by Melville Johnson, P.C. should not be used as a substitute for seeking competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney. Readers of this information should not act upon any information contained on this blog or website without seeking professional counsel.

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